Locum Vet – Independent Practice in Kent | Accommodation Available

Looking for a well-supported locum opportunity with flexibility, accommodation, and a great work-life balance? A small animal practice in Kent is seeking a Locum Vet Surgeon from 30th November onwards (with a January start also welcomed) to assist whilst the practice recruits permanently and provides cover for staff sickness.

The Role

• 🐾 3 days per week with the option of 4 days for those seeking additional work
• 🩺 Mix of consultations and surgery duties
• 💬 Consults-only vets also welcome to apply
• 👥 Primarily working alongside another vet, with only occasional sole charge required
• ⏰ 8:30am-7:00pm shifts with a generous 1-2 hour lunch break, as surgeries are typically scheduled between 12pm-4pm
• 📅 Optional Saturday shifts available (9am-3pm)
• 🚫 No OOH or on-call commitments

The Practice

• 🏥 Friendly small animal practice requiring ongoing support during recruitment and staff absence
• 🤝 Collaborative working environment with veterinary support on site
• ⚕️ Varied caseload offering a good blend of consulting and surgical work
• 🌟 Flexible approach to duties depending on individual strengths and preferences

Additional Information

• 🏠 Self-contained accommodation available on site
• 🐶 Pet-friendly accommodation available
• 🚗 Ideal long-term ongoing assignment with immediate and January start dates considered
• 💷 Up to £400 per day for consults-only work
• 💷 Up to £450 per day available for vets confident with surgery
• 📍 Convenient Kent location with ongoing work available

Interested in securing a flexible, well-supported ongoing locum role? We’d love to hear from you.

Rob James | Global Veterinary Careers | 01392 793 126 | rob.james@gvcvets.com